Cake:
- 80 g fine cake flour
- 20 g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 55 g granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
- 50 g light vegetable oil
- 100 g whole milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 large egg whites
- 60 g granulated sugar for the meringue
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Chocolate Frosting:
- 300 g cold water
- 40 g cornstarch
- 350 g evaporated milk
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 50 g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon agar-agar powder
- 150 g unsalted butter room temperature
Cake Preparation:
Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Sift together cake flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder into a bowl. Add 55g sugar and salt, whisking to combine.
In a separate bowl, mix egg yolks, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Combine this with the dry ingredients, stirring until just blended.
Make the Meringue:
Beat the egg whites with lemon juice until foamy. Gradually add 60g sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the meringue into the batter in thirds, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
Frosting:
Mix cornstarch with water until smooth. Combine this slurry with evaporated milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and agar-agar in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Beat the butter until creamy, then gradually incorporate the cooled chocolate mixture until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
Calories: 250kcal